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IS 5290:1993 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for landing valves. This standard specifies the requirements for materials, dimensions, construction, workmanship, and performance of landing valves (hydrant valves) for fire fighting purposes. It covers single outlet and double outlet landing valves used in wet-riser and dry-riser fire fighting systems.
BIM-relevant code. See the BIM Hub for ISO 19650, IFC, and LOD/LOIN frameworks used alongside it.
Practical Notes
! Always ensure the product has the BIS Standard Mark (ISI mark) to certify its compliance.
! Verify that the outlet connection (female instantaneous) is compatible with the local fire brigade's hose couplings (as per IS 903).
! During installation, ensure the valve is positioned at the specified height (typically 0.75m to 1.0m from floor level) with sufficient clearance for operation.
BS 5041-1:1987BSI - British Standards Institution, UK
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UL 668UL - Underwriters Laboratories, USA
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Standard for Hose Valves for Fire-Protection Service
Covers construction and performance requirements for hose valves intended for fire protection systems.
EN 671-2:2012+A1:2014CEN - European Committee for Standardization, Europe
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Specifies requirements for the complete hose system, including the stop valve (landing valve).
AS 2419.2-2009Standards Australia, Australia
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Specifies requirements for the design, construction, and performance of fire hydrant valves.
Key Differences
≠IS 5290 specifies a single nominal working pressure of 1.5 MPa, whereas BS 5041-1 defines two classes: Low Pressure (up to 10 bar) and High Pressure (up to 15 bar), with different test pressure requirements for each.
≠Outlet connections are nationally specific. IS 5290 mandates a 63 mm female instantaneous outlet as per IS 903, while BS 5041-1 requires a BS 336 outlet, and US standards like UL 668 reference NFPA 1963 for threaded connections (e.g., NPSH or NPT).
≠Material specifications, while similar in type (corrosion-resistant copper alloys), refer to different national standards. IS 5290 refers to IS 318 (Leaded-Tin Bronze), while BS 5041-1 refers to BS EN 1982 for copper alloys.
≠IS 5290 provides more prescriptive dimensional details for the valve body and components, whereas standards like EN 671-2 are more performance-oriented for the entire hose system assembly rather than just the valve's design.
Key Similarities
≈All standards have the fundamental purpose of specifying valves for providing a controlled water supply connection point for firefighters from a building's fixed fire main.
≈The requirement for hydrostatic body and seat pressure testing is universal across all standards to ensure structural integrity and leak-proof closure, even though the specific pressure values differ.
≈All standards mandate the use of corrosion-resistant materials, primarily copper alloys (like bronze or gunmetal) or stainless steel, for wetted parts to ensure long-term reliability in water service.
≈The basic operational principle, using a handwheel to operate a spindle that opens and closes the valve seat, is consistent. Most specify or imply a clockwise-to-close operation.
Parameter Comparison
Parameter
IS Value
International
Source
Body Hydrostatic Test Pressure
2.1 MPa for 2.5 minutes
3.0 MPa (30 bar) for High Pressure valves
BS 5041-1:1987
Seat Leakage Test Pressure
1.4 MPa for 2.5 minutes
1.65 MPa (16.5 bar) for High Pressure valves
BS 5041-1:1987
Nominal Working Pressure (Max)
1.5 MPa
2.1 MPa (300 psi) for common high-pressure type
UL 668
Primary Body Material
Leaded-Tin Bronze (Grade LTB 2 of IS 318)
Copper Alloy (e.g., CC491K of BS EN 1982)
BS 5041-1:1987
Outlet Connection Standard
IS 903 (63 mm Instantaneous)
BS 336 (65 mm Instantaneous)
BS 5041-1:1987
Flow Rate Test (Minimum)
Not less than 900 litres/min at 0.7 MPa
Minimum 9.5 L/s (570 litres/min) at 0.4 MPa through the hose system
EN 671-2:2012
Handwheel Operation Direction
Clockwise to close
Must be marked with 'OPEN'/'CLOSE' and directional arrows (typically counter-clockwise to open)
UL 668
⚠ Verify details from original standards before use
Key Values6
Quick Reference Values
Nominal Inlet Size63 mm (most common)
Outlet Connection TypeFemale Instantaneous to IS 903
Body Hydrostatic Test Pressure2.1 MPa for 2.5 minutes
Seat Watertightness Test Pressure1.4 MPa for 2.5 minutes